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September 23, 2025

Contact: Josie Harms

Gov. Rhoden Signs New Prison Bill

Establishes Correctional Rehabilitation Task Force

PIERRE, S.D. –  Today, Governor Larry Rhoden signed SB 2, which provides for a new prison in Sioux Falls.

“This new prison is a huge win for the people of South Dakota – in fact, it is the largest single public safety investment in the history of our state. I am grateful for the Legislature’s commitment to keeping our communities safe,” said Governor Larry Rhoden. “South Dakota is a true example of fiscal responsibility and an example to the rest of the country of what it means to be strong, safe, and free.”

Governor Rhoden also signed Executive Order 2025- 07 establishing the Correctional Rehabilitation Task Force, which will determine the best path forward for expanding rehabilitation services as the state plans for the new prison.

“Here in South Dakota, we take action to protect our citizens and strengthen their futures – the same principle is true of our inmate population,” continued Governor Larry Rhoden. “This new task force will place an emphasis on reducing recidivism and getting offenders back to work.”

The Governor signed SB 2 and Executive Order 2025-07 in a signing ceremony in the Governor’s Office. You can find pictures from the signing here and here.

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